Global Eco Artisan Awards
The Global Eco Artisan Awards, organized by AGAATI is a global competition to recognize, celebrate and promote the best in eco-artisanal handcrafted textiles, accessories and home decor from visionary makers all over the world. The inaugural awards was held in 2021 to inspire and celebrate artisans when the pandemic hit. We aspire to uncover emerging talent to be our partners in leading the 'Fashion for Change' movement.
As the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted lives and upended livelihoods with long-term effects, exacerbated inequalities and created uncertainty for all of us, we remain committed in our mission to empower artisans by discovering talent and bridging the gap between our makers and the global market.
The Global Eco Artisans Awards 2021
Conference in February 2021, brought together thought leaders from all sides of the ecosystem who together empower the artisan community to thrive. 150+ participants representing artisans, governments, industry leaders, activists, NGOs, craft councils, domain experts, jury members, influencers, media and customers shared best practices, experiences, collaborations, and opportunities for artisans to not only survive this crisis but flourish in the long run. The winners of the competition were announced at the conference.
A Glimpse of the Incredible Journey of the Global Eco Artisan Awards 2021
Awards Ceremony
Announcing the winners of the first Global Eco Artisan Awards 2021!!!!
Announcing the winners of the first Global Eco Artisan Awards 2021!!!!
Responsibility of designers, conservationists and fashion schools in preserving heritage craft while keeping it alive for the future world
How brands can collaborate and incorporate artisan craftsmanship in their creations
Artisans managing successful collaborations - creative and commercial
Panelists
Bibhu Mohapatra, Design Director, BIBHU MOHAPATRA
HH Rani Radhikaraje of Baroda, Textile Revivalist, Director of CDS Art Foundation, Heritage & Textile Conservationist
Sandra Markus, Chair of Fashion, Fashion Institute of Technology
Moderator: Saloni Shrestha, Founder & Creative Head, AGAATI
